Cohen & Company names Daniel G. Cohen CEO, succeeding Lester Brafman
COHN•Cohen & Company appointed Daniel G. Cohen CEO effective November 10, 2026, succeeding Lester R. Brafman, who stepped down that day and will remain a senior advisor through November 30.
1. Leadership transition
Daniel G. Cohen became CEO of Cohen & Company on November 10, 2026, succeeding Lester R. Brafman. Cohen previously served as CEO and chief investment officer from December 2009 to September 2013; Brafman remains a senior advisor through November 30, 2026.




